As the brisk winter weather in El Paso, Texas, continues to keep residents bundled up, the National Weather Service (NWS) has delivered a forecast that promises some relief for those needing to thaw out. According to the National Weather Service, El Paso enjoyed fair conditions this morning, with temperatures hovering around a cool 40°F and the wind chill making it feel slightly nippier at 36°F.
Not looking to dampen any pre-holiday spirits, the NWS paints a picture of a steadily warming trend. Today's high is anticipated to reach 64°F under sunny skies, coupled with a light East wind around 7 mph. Come nightfall, the "mostly clear" sky will usher in lows around a more comfortable 41°F. Unwrapped by a peaceful blanket of calm, the weather seems to have forgotten its winter bearings as the weekend approaches.
The forecast for the weekend and leading up to Christmas day remains steadfast in its gift of sunshine and mild winter temperatures. Saturday promises more sun and a duplicate high of 65°F with "light and variable wind." As families gather and holiday decorations glitter in the soft glow of evening, Saturday night's low is expected to be an agreeable 39°F.
Continuing this warming trend, Sunday will bring more sunlight, with a high stepping slightly higher to 67°F. The winds, seemingly taking a cue from the season of calm and goodwill, will stay calm, becoming west-southwest around 5 mph. NWS predicts similar conditions through Christmas day, with the city basking in a pleasant 67°F.
El Paso residents dreaming of a white Christmas may have to keep their dreams tucked in the realm of imagination, as the weather through Wednesday night is set to remain "mostly clear" with lows around 40°F. For those looking forward to outdoor festivities or last-minute shopping, Thursday's forecast is also "sunny, with a high near 63." But for now, it seems the holiday spirit in El Paso will be as warm and bright as the forecast itself.
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